Aircraft Structures Mechanic - Entry Level - R10218372 jobs in United States
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Northrop Grumman · 1 day ago

Aircraft Structures Mechanic - Entry Level - R10218372

Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace company, seeking an Aircraft Structures Mechanic - Entry Level to join their E-2D Manufacturing and Production Organization. The role involves assembling major structures and performing various mechanical operations to ensure quality and precision in assembly.

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Responsibilities

Read and understand blueprints and translate into fabrications of structural assemblies to include: precision drilling, countersinking, and the use of calibrated tools
Aligning parts on jigs using templates and fixtures
Performing part-fitting operations: filing sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling and reaming
Measures parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions
May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures
Required ability to be certified for a half & full face respirator
Adhere to all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety guidelines and regulations
Work and communicate over ambient noise
Work in a variety of work spaces/positions. Work spaces may include but are not limited to small, enclosed spaces, awkward, and elevated spaces. Positions may include bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, ascending/descending ladders, and/or working overhead
Ability to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekends

Qualification

Blueprint readingPrecision drillingStructural assemblyMechanical experienceA&P certificateCommunication skillsTeamworkProblem-solving

Required

High School diploma or GED and hobby/technical related experience in mechanical, sheet metal, composites, body work, electrical, or other dexterous activities
Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working overhead
Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment
Must successfully complete and pass the 'ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance' within a reasonable time period, as defined by the company to meet its business need
Ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluation in order to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements
Ability to obtain and maintain Secret DoD Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Preferred

Experience with structural subassemblies such as rudders, flaps and stabilizers
E-2D experience
Experience working on an aerospace manufacturing new production line
Active Secret DoD Clearance last investigated within the last 5 1/2 years
Knowledge of common tools, ability to record and understand precise measurements
Completion of an A&P certificate program or AFAB Program OR AFAB St

Benefits

Competitive medical and dental options
Great 401K matching program
College education assistance
Annual bonuses
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Company

Northrop Grumman

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Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.7B
Key Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M

Leadership Team

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Kenneth Crews
Corporate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
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